Alocasia Black Velvet (4")

Alocasia Black Velvet | 4” Pot
Graceful Southern Mystery in a Pot

Nestled in the deep heart of the tropics and now right at home in your Southern cottage window, the Alocasia Black Velvet is a showstopper with a quiet, regal charm. This rare beauty hails from the lush rainforests of Southeast Asia and belongs to the Araceae family—kin to elephant ears, but with an elegance all its own. She wears her name like a crown: velvet-black leaves with silver veins that shimmer like moonlight on still water.

Though she's small in stature, the Alocasia Black Velvet is a plant that knows her worth. She thrives best in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil—think of a shady porch corner or a sun-kissed kitchen window. Keep her cozy with a bit of humidity and water only when the top inch of her soil feels dry, like summer dirt before a soft Southern rain.

She’s not a bloomer in the traditional sense, but her foliage is her true flower—dramatic, moody, and full of grace. Her presence whispers stillness, making her a perfect match for moments of reflection, family gatherings, or morning coffee shared on the porch.

In the language of plants, Alocasia symbolizes resilience and mystery, reminding us of strength in softness and the beauty of standing apart.

Care Tips:

• Light: Bright, indirect light

• Water: Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings

• Humidity: Loves a bit of Southern-style humidity (a bathroom nook suits her just fine)

• Soil: Well-draining, peat-based mix

• Toxicity: Keep out of reach of pets and little ones

Pairs Beautifully With:

• Calathea Orbifolia – to complement her drama with soft, silver-green swirls

• Philodendron Brasil – for a trailing pop of color and ease

• Maidenhair Fern – to soften her boldness with feathery charm

Place her somewhere special—she’s not just a plant, she’s a little piece of soul, a conversation starter, and a reminder that even the smallest things can hold the deepest beauty.

From our family to yours, may she bring light, love, and a little mystery into your home.